Bachelor in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Introduction
Bachelor in Prosthetics and Orthotics is a Bachelor program taught at Manipal University, India. Intake: July. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.
The Bachelor in Prosthetics and Orthotics at Manipal University prepares students for work in prosthetics and orthotics as a health care profession. Students learn to assess and evaluate patients, prescribe custom design devices, fabricate orthoses and prostheses, and fit these devices. The programme also covers service for people with neuro-musculoskeletal disorders and disabilities and supports management of work-related disorders, podiatric disorders, fractures, sports injuries, disorders due to aging, tendinitis, musculoskeletal pain, and aesthetic restoration.
The programme combines didactic lectures with clinical education and training. It focuses on patient evaluation, prescription of custom designs, fabrication, and fitting of orthoses and prostheses. Students are also trained for community rehabilitation and for improving participation among people with disabilities. The qualification includes an internship.
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Bachelor in Prosthetics and Orthotics at Manipal University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by Manipal University.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Manipal University as pre-requiste for admission in Bachelor in Prosthetics and Orthotics.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www.manipal.edu/soahs-manipal/program-list/Bachelor-in-Prosthetics-and-Orthotics.html
More Information
- Certified Orthotist (CO)
- Certified Prosthetist (CP)
- Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist (CPO)
- Licensed Prosthetist/Orthotist (LPO)
- Orthotic/Prosthetic Practitioner
- Pedorthist/Prosthetist
- Health consultant
- Lecturer
- Founder/entrepreneur of a fabrication unit or rehabilitation center
Scholarships
10 fully funded scholarships are listed for India. See India scholarships.